Roof rack and box

[RidingTheBronco]

Hi, Do you have a roof-top solution you love? Please post a picture and links.

I have cross bars fron Amazon. They work well.

Will be taking a longer trip and will need more storage.

I carry bikes on the trailer hitch 2". So that is not available.

Thanks

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[Glenlivet]

I remove the box in winter as we get a lot of snow with temps below zero and the Badsport is parked outside, but when heading out on camping trips I mount a 14cf Thule box on the crossbars. On my old Xterra I used a rooftop basket but was always worried about thieves doing a snatch n run. Having a lockable box gives me some piece of mind. It could be broken into but that takes time and makes noise, plus there’s the out of sight deterrent.

Pete

 

[TheX]

 

[Ecom911]

https://www.princessauto.com/en/16-cu-ft-rooftop-cargo-carrier/product/PA0008924243

Might be able to find locally under the brand name but this unit has TONS of lockable storage and opens from either side. I am using Amazon cross bars as well although the hardware needs replacing after 3 seasons. Solid unit that holds up to 250lbs. Bought it on sale for $325. Only drawback, you might need some rubber cushion strips for the u-bolts.

 

[Quashish]

https://www.broncosportforum.com/forum/threads/show-off-your-roof-rack.6376/

 

[RidingTheBronco]

I can't tell what brand and model this is. The uneven sides are unique. That should be a give-away, but google can't find it.

 

[ltcdwb]

I have one that looks like @TheX basket. Mine is branded Rhino, but it isn't mounted on the BS. I bought it several years ago to use on our 03 JEEP Wrangler TJ.

 

[TheX]

I can't tell what brand and model this is. The uneven sides are unique. That should be a give-away, but google can't find it.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B086VTLQ99?th=1

 

[RidingTheBronco]

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B086VTLQ99?th=1

Thanks

 

[RidingTheBronco]

I now have 7 saved in my amazon cart. I have the Harbor Freight unit on my jeep. It's fine. The main advantage of the rack on the Jeep is that I can see where the car is parked - from the door of the warehouse stores or Target. I would like the Bronco Sport to look better than the jeep.

 

[TheX]

The one I have is also safe for the sunroof.

 

[Jmuns]

Check Facebook Marketplace for some used ones. People are always selling nice ones for cheap.

If you are taking a long trip, IMO a box is a better choice than a basket. I used a basket on a very long trip and it was great, but annoying to pack, cover, and secure everyday. It's also just not safe leaving your stuff unattended in a basket. If you have oddly sized things you need to transport then the basket is best, but if you can fit the items in a box I'd go that way. I'm buying a box if I ever need to carry gear up top again on an extended trip.

If you do get a basket then make sure to get a nice bag to put all your stuff in and make sure you put the zipper facing to the rear. People always leave reviews on bags and say it leaked, and 9 times out of 10 it's because they put the zipper facing forward and drove through a storm.

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